Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional seeking a challenging role in the heart of Silicon Valley? Apex Financial Solutions is looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our elite finance team. We pride ourselves on operational excellence and are seeking an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
In this pivotal role, you will oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of payments. You will play a key role in maintaining our vendor relationships and optimizing financial workflows. If you possess a strong command of financial systems and a passion for accuracy, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Invoice Processing: Manage the high-volume processing of invoices (AP) in SAP and Oracle, ensuring 100% accuracy and adherence to company policies.
- Vendor Relations: Serve as the primary contact for key vendors, resolving discrepancies, answering inquiries, and maintaining positive business relationships.
- Reconciliation: Perform monthly vendor statement reconciliations and investigate and resolve any outstanding balances or errors.
- Month-End Close: Assist the Senior Finance Manager with month-end close procedures, including accruals, adjustments, and financial reporting support.
- Process Optimization: Identify areas for process improvement within the AP department and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce exceptions.
- Compliance & Auditing: Maintain accurate audit trails, supporting internal and external audits by providing organized documentation.
Qualifications
- Experience: A minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in full-cycle Accounts Payable within a corporate environment.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP).
- Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of GAAP principles and internal control procedures.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to negotiate effectively with vendors.